Origin
Glen Burnie, MD
Late night in Glen Burnie on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
73°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
Trip from Glen Burnie, MD to Hagerstown, MD
Compiled and reviewed by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy · Last reviewed Apr 19, 2026 · Editorial standards
Drive Time
1h 32m
Distance
76.5 mi
123 km
Drive Score
8/10
Great drive
Same Day?
Yes, doable
Fuel Cost
$13
one way
EV Charging
Unknown
Best Time to Leave
4 AM
1h 25m
★
6 AM
1h 32m
8 AM
1h 46m
10 AM
1h 37m
12 PM
1h 36m
3 PM
1h 38m
5 PM
1h 45m
8 PM
1h 28m
Estimated drive times based on typical traffic patterns. Actual times may vary with weather, construction, and real-time conditions.
Glen Burnie, MD
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Hagerstown, MD
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Trip Overview
This straightforward 76.5-mile drive from Glen Burnie, MD to Hagerstown, MD takes about 1 hour and 20 minutes, making it a perfect day trip. You'll primarily navigate local roads like Crain Highway South and Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard, with a brief stint on I-97 North. With a fuel cost estimated at $13, this journey is budget-friendly. Since there are no designated stops and the drive is relatively short, you have the flexibility to depart whenever it suits you. This route offers a practical way to travel within the Northeast region.
Trip Pace
Same-day drive is realistic
A same-day return is realistic if you keep stops short.
Midpoint
38.3 miles from Glen Burnie, MD
A natural place for your longest stop of the day , about 47m into the drive .
Main Roads
| Road | Distance | Duration |
|---|---|---|
| I 70 | 59.1 mi | 1h 3m |
| Baltimore Beltway | 8.9 mi | 12m |
| Dual Highway | 3.1 mi | 5m |
| I 97 | 2.1 mi | 2m |
| Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard | 0.9 mi | 2m |
| East Franklin Street | 0.3 mi | <1m |
| Crain Highway South | 0.1 mi | <1m |
| North Potomac Street | 0.1 mi | <1m |
Longest stretch:
I 70
— 59.1 mi, about 1h 3m
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Glen Burnie, MD and Hagerstown, MD.
1
Start on 1st Avenue Southeast
407 ft
·
15 sec
·
1st Avenue Southeast
2
Turn right onto MD 3 Business
0.1 mi
·
27 sec
·
Crain Highway South
Use the straight / right lanes.
3
Turn left onto MD 648
0.9 mi
·
2 min
·
Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard
Use the left lane.
4
Take the ramp
0.4 mi
·
44 sec
Toward I 97 North
Use the right lane.
5
Merge onto I 97
1.0 mi
·
1 min
·
I 97
6
Take the exit onto I 97
1.1 mi
·
1 min
·
I 97
Exit 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
Use the slight right lane.
7
Merge onto I 695
8.9 mi
·
12 min
·
Baltimore Beltway
Use the straight lane.
8
Take the exit
0.2 mi
·
23 sec
Exit 16A-B
Toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
Use the slight right lane.
9
Keep slight left at fork
0.8 mi
·
1 min
Exit 16A
Toward I 70 West: Frederick
Use the slight left lane.
10
Merge onto I 70
14 mi
·
15 min
·
I 70
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
11
Continue on I 70; US 40
12 mi
·
12 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
12
Continue on I 70; US 40
33 mi
·
35 min
·
I 70; US 40
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
13
Take the exit
0.5 mi
·
1 min
Exit 32B
Toward US 40 West: Hagerstown
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
14
Turn straight onto US 40
3.1 mi
·
5 min
·
Dual Highway
15
Continue on US 40
0.3 mi
·
40 sec
·
East Franklin Street
16
Turn left onto North Potomac Street
0.1 mi
·
18 sec
·
North Potomac Street
17
Turn left onto US 40
118 ft
·
4 sec
·
East Washington Street
Use the left lane.
18
Arrive at destination
US 40
Trip Plan
Given the drive's short duration of just 1 hour and 20 minutes, you can easily tackle this trip in a single day. Depart from Glen Burnie at your convenience, as there are no specific times recommended to avoid traffic. With 76.5 miles and an estimated fuel cost of $13, this route is economical and requires minimal planning for stops. The main roads involve local streets, so be prepared for frequent turns and potential local traffic. Keep an eye on your navigation, as the 'turn-heavy local drive' profile means you'll be making several directional changes along Crain Highway South and Baltimore Annapolis Boulevard.
Morning Departure
Leave by 9 AM and you'll arrive before lunch.
Evening Departure
Even a 4 PM departure gets you there before dark in summer.
You can normally do this drive in one day.
You may only need one short stretch break if traffic stays light.
The halfway point lands around 38.3 miles from Glen Burnie, MD, or about 47m into the drive.
The longest continuous stretch on this route runs about 59.1 miles.
This is a comfortable same-day trip.
Departure
Before you leave
Start with fuel, water, and navigation already sorted so the first hour feels easy.
First stop
Around 17 miles or 24m in
Use this first pause for coffee, a restroom break, and a quick traffic check ahead.
Halfway reset
Around 38.3 miles or 47m in
This is the best place for your longest stop, a real meal, and a full fuel check.
Final approach
Final hour starts around 1h 16m
Traffic, exits, and arrival timing usually matter more near Hagerstown, MD than in the middle of the route.
Before You Leave
+
Open the route before leaving Glen Burnie, MD so your first major turns are already loaded.
Day 1
Settle into the route from Glen Burnie, MD
This is one driving day of about 76.5 miles and 1h 32m.
Your first comfortable stop window is around 17 miles from Glen Burnie, MD.
This route can stay practical as a one-day drive if traffic stays reasonable.
The longest stretch is on I 70 for about 59.1 miles.
Where to Stop
Rest stops, refuel points, and overnight suggestions along this route.
Mid-route town
Meal stop
38 mi into the route
Best for: Lunch, fuel, and a longer reset
This sits close to the middle of the route, so it works well for the longest stop of the day.
Pacing Suggestions
Fuel and coffee
A short stop after about 17 miles helps settle the day before fatigue starts building.
Meal break
The midpoint is around 38.3 miles from Glen Burnie, MD, which is a good place for a longer meal and fuel stop.
These stop ideas are pacing suggestions — the exact town or exit can change with traffic, hotel plans, and fuel range.
Heads-up: tricky spots
5 of 125 decision points cluster between mile 0.1 and 72.5 — GPS handles the exact turns, but know they're coming. Your lane choice matters more than the turn itself.
6
0.1 mi into trip
|
~0m in
|
MD 3 Business / Crain Highway South
Turn right onto MD 3 Business / Crain Highway South
Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / right lanes.
8
2.5 mi into trip
|
~4m in
|
I 97
Take the exit onto I 97 toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 17A
Toward I 695 West: Baltimore, Towson
8
12.4 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Take the exit toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one
Use the slight right lane.
Exit 16A-B
Toward I 70: Frederick, Local Traffic
8
12.6 mi into trip
|
~18m in
Keep slight left at fork toward I 70 West: Frederick
Highway fork - watch signs carefully. Lane positioning matters here
Use the slight left lane.
Exit 16A
Toward I 70 West: Frederick
7
72.5 mi into trip
|
~1h 24m in
Take the exit toward US 40 West: Hagerstown
Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here
Use the straight / slight right lanes.
Exit 32B
Toward US 40 West: Hagerstown
Fuel & Cost
Regular Gas
$12.68 one way
$25.37 round trip
$4.21/gal
25.4 MPG avg
27 kg CO2
| Fuel Type | $/gal | One Way | Round Trip |
|---|---|---|---|
| midgrade | $4.61 | $13.89 | $27.78 |
| premium | $4.93 | $14.84 | $29.67 |
| diesel | $5.61 | $16.89 | $33.78 |
No toll roads detected on this route.
Estimated Trip Cost (one way, 1 person)
Fuel
$13
Meals
$25–$50
Total
$38–$63
Rough estimate based on US averages. Hotel $80–$140/night, meals $25–$50/day.
Estimated CO2 emission: 26.8 kg one way. Prices: EIA weekly data, 2026-04-13.
Driving Electric?
About $8 in charging · 0 stops · 67% less CO2
| Vehicle Type | kWh | Stops | DC Fast | Home Charge |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Average EV | 23 | 0 | $8.03 | $3.67 |
| Efficient EV | 19.1 | 0 | $6.69 | $3.06 |
| EV Truck/SUV | 30.6 | 0 | $10.71 | $4.90 |
Gas CO2
27 kg
EV CO2
9 kg (67% less)
This trip is well within single-charge range for most EVs. No charging stops needed if you start fully charged.
DC fast charging avg $0.35/kWh. Home charging avg $0.16/kWh. US grid CO2: 0.39 kg/kWh.
Travel Intel
Current conditions at both ends of the drive.
Destination
Hagerstown, MD
Late night in Hagerstown on Sunday
Local time
12:20 AM
EDT
Current temp
75°F
Unavailable
Live forecast
73°F
Mount Airy, MD
38 mi in
Seasonal Notes
Summer travel usually means heavier construction, hotter rest stops, and busier weekend traffic around major cities.
Winter travel shortens daylight, so a route that looks manageable on paper can feel much longer after dark.
Holiday weekends tend to make both departure and arrival windows slower than the raw route time suggests.
Time zone
Same local time
Origin and destination are on the same clock, so arrival timing is easier to judge at a glance.
Temperature spread
2 degrees warmer at arrival
A meaningful temperature swing is a good cue to rethink layers, water, and how soon you want to arrive.
Road read
1h 32m on the road
Use the two city cards together: check the sky where you start, then compare it with the local time and temperature at arrival.
Weather data from the National Weather Service. Conditions may change; check closer to your travel date.
National Parks Near This Route
Worth a detour if your schedule allows.
Monocacy National Battlefield
National Battlefield
During the summer of 1864, the Confederacy carried out a bold plan to turn the tide of the Civil War in their favor. They planned to capture Washington, DC and influence the election of 1864. On July...
3 mi from route
~7 min detour
Free
near mile 50.1
View on nps.gov
Antietam National Battlefield
National Battlefield
23,000 soldiers were killed, wounded or missing after twelve hours of savage combat on September 17, 1862. The Battle of Antietam ended the Confederate Army of Northern Virginia's first invasion into...
8 mi from route
~21 min detour
$20
near mile 66
View on nps.gov
Harpers Ferry National Historical Park
National Historical Park
At the confluence of the Shenandoah and Potomac rivers, on the ancestral home of the Tuscarora and Shawnee people, lies Harpers Ferry. Here you can explore John Brown's Raid against slavery. Find your...
15 mi from route
~38 min detour
$20
near mile 55.4
View on nps.gov
Potomac Heritage National Scenic Trail
National Scenic Trail
The Potomac River corridor is rich in both history and recreation, offering a chance to both explore your heritage and choose your adventure along the way. Start your journey here!
18 mi from route
~45 min detour
Free
near mile 52.8
View on nps.gov
Chesapeake & Ohio Canal National Historical Park
National Historical Park
Preserving America's early transportation history, the C&O Canal began as a dream of passage to Western wealth. Operating for nearly 100 years the canal was a lifeline for communities along the Potoma...
25 mi from route
~63 min detour
$20
near mile 36.9
View on nps.gov
Park data from the National Park Service API. Alerts update every 2 hours.
What kind of drive is this?
Expect a turn-heavy local drive for most of this 76.5-mile trip, with a highway share of 0%. The route is characterized by its frequent turns and local road navigation, rather than long stretches of uninterrupted driving. You won't encounter any particularly long stretches of road before needing to adjust your course. This driving profile means you'll be actively engaged with the road, making it feel more like a local commute than a highway cruise.
80% highway — fuel and pacing are the main things to plan.
18 navigation steps total — most of the decisions cluster near the start and finish.
Longest single stretch: 59.1 mi on I 70.
How Hard Is This Drive?
8/10
This is a straightforward highway drive that stays mostly on I 70 and Baltimore Beltway. This route has several spots where lane changes, forks, or exits need your full attention. The trickiest moment comes around 0.1 miles in near MD 3 Business / Crain Highway South.
Driving Effort
8/10
Demanding - plan breaks and stay ahead of the key maneuvers
Balances navigation complexity with total wheel time.
This drive requires moderate attention. Across 76.5 miles you will encounter 12 spots where lane choice or exit timing matters. Not difficult for experienced highway drivers, but worth previewing the tricky sections before you go.
Where does it get tricky?
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MD 3 Business / Crain Highway South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 97): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
Towns Mentioned on Route Signs
Based on OSRM destination-sign hints, not a full list of every settlement the road passes.
On the drive from Glen Burnie, MD to Hagerstown, MD, road signs begin pointing toward Local Traffic along the way.
Local Traffic
12.4 mi in
|
~18m
Who Is This Route For?
Weekend Trip
Doable as a same-day drive at 1h 32m. Total distance: 76.5 miles.
Family Friendly
Moderate complexity with 0 natural rest stops along the way.
Solo Traveler
1h 32m drive, comfortable solo distance.
First-Time Driver
Mostly highway driving (80%). Some complex stretches to watch for.
Frequently Asked Questions
The longest stretch is about 59.1 miles on I 70. The full list of main roads is in the Roads section above.
It helps. This route has a higher-than-average number of complex decision points, which get harder in the dark. If the last hour of the trip is on surface roads or mountain grades, aim to arrive at Hagerstown, MD before sunset when you can. Check the Trip Plan for departure windows that land you in daylight.
Yes. At under 2 hours behind the wheel, this works well for families — plan one quick stop if you have younger kids.
The main spots that need attention: at 0.1 miles (MD 3 Business / Crain Highway South): Lane positioning matters here; at 2.5 miles (I 97): Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one; at 12.4 miles: Exit ramp - move to the correct lane early. Lane positioning matters here. Multiple destination signs - pick the right one.
Yes — Monocacy National Battlefield, Antietam National Battlefield and Harpers Ferry National Historical Park (5 total within detour distance). See the National Parks section for detour distances and tips on detours.
Yes. A round trip is manageable in a single day if you plan a break at Hagerstown, MD before heading back.
How this page is built
Compiled by the US Trip Planner planning team at COD Solutions Oy from open government datasets — OSRM over OpenStreetMap for geometry, EIA for fuel prices, and NPS for national parks. See our methodology for refresh cadence and limitations.
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